Our new store in Kingsland is now officially up and running. Ensconsed comfortably at 420 New North Rd, just through the New North Rd/Bond St lights, it is situated right next to local legend, the Atomic. We’ve been part of the area for a few years now, but had always dreamed of a slightly larger store, one where we could stretch out, do a little dance, get down tonight, that sort of thing. When the site beside the Atomic came up, we jumped.
We’re ever on the hunt for an innovative perspective, thus the new improved Glengarry Kingsland has seen a few tweaks and modifications that takes it beyond our normal parameters: besides the usual extensive range of high-quality wines, we have a dedicated wine-tasting station featuring an exciting array of tipples; for the craft beer enthusiasts we’ve put in our biggest beer station yet, a serious construction where, along with some of New Zealand’s finest craft breweries, the ubiquitous Stoke is poured into your waiting bottle. Chock-full of local and imported brews, the Kingsland beer fridge is spacious enough to hold its own craft convention. There is, too, a beautifully displayed collection of Riedel’s superb glassware and a very fine selection of single malts.
All of this highly interesting stuff is in the capable hands of one of our best; Danielle Grevers has been a part of the family for many a year, initially dipping her toe in the pool of Glengarry retail back in 2007. Coming as she does with winemaking training under her belt and a surplus of other skills, we’re extremely pleased to have her on board as the new manager at our latest store, a role she excels at. Wearing her charm and charisma on her sleeve and blessed with a natural talent for selling vino, Danielle helms the new-look Glengarry Kingsland with all the aplomb and enthusiasm of a seasoned professional. Already, she’s encountering that many of you local Kingslanders have an abiding interest in the fascinating world of craft beer. That’s great; so do we.
Jak Jakicevich
Sales enquiries: freephone 0800 733 505 freefax 0800 106 162 email [email protected]
glengarry kingsland, 420 new north rd. Manager: danielle grevers
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case of 12 $12.49 A bottlE
Merlot’s soft, velvety characters hold sway in this delightful Bay expression from Kate Radburnd. Working to a songsheet of understated oak, the plums hum their spicy accompaniment. Consume it now folks – it’s good to go, its beckoning ripe fruit and silky ways promising a good time for all.
was $18.99 now$12.99 10818
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hawkes bay Merlot 2010
case of 12 $12.49 A bottlE
Working off the premise that great wine is first of all created in the vineyard, Farmers Market is a collective of some of our most highly-rated viticulturalists, working in close association with winemakers to produce smokin’ expressions like this one. Peter Briant’s Chardonnay vineyards are rightfully renowned, thus here we have warm, inviting tropical aromas introducing the rich, ripe fruit. Great mouthfeel, wondrous texture, with the good fruit acid balancing the lush fruit weight.
was $19.90 now$12.99 11551
Farmers Marketgisborne Chardonnay 2012
case of 12 $15.49 A bottlE
Long a popular fixture in Viennese wine bars, this Austrian variety is beginning to gain itself a firm following here as well. Food friendly and versatile, Grüner Veltliner can make a perfectly satisfactory, light quaffing white, but it is also capable of realising more complex expressions And just to show they can, the Clairs have grabbed hold of the GV wheel and are proceeding to drive it with their typical flair and expertise, the elegant aromas of stonefruit and spring blossom riding atop a poised palate of subtle, spice-edged flavours and tongue-tingling textures.
was $22.99 now$15.99 18385
Saint ClairMarlboroUgh Grüner Veltliner 2011
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case of 6 $9.49 A bottlE
was $16.90 now $9.99 10470
doctor renwickMarlboroUgh saUvignon blanc 2011
case of 6 $12.49 A bottlE
was $23.99 now $12.99 26527
roseMoUntdiaMond label shiraZ 2010
case of 12 $14.49 A bottlE
was $19.90 now $14.99 12274
toreaMarlboroUgh Pinot noir 2011
case of 12 $14.49 A bottlE
was $21.90 now $14.99 10461
waiPara hillswaiPara Pinot gris 2011
case of 12 $15.49 A bottlE
was $20.50 now $15.99 17045
PencarrowMartinboroUgh chardonnay 2011
case of 12 $14.49 A bottlE
was $26.50 now $14.99 17341
scott basecentral otago riesling 2009
case of 12 $16.49 A bottlE
was $19.90 now $16.99 11354
brookfields ohiti estatehawkes bay cabernet 2011
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Fiercely selective when it comes to releasing their vintage expressions, the Laurents have only just made this available in New Zealand, and we’ve jumped at the chance to secure a small parcel. A 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir off top grand cru and premier cru vineyards, it’s a soaring testimonial to the undeniably brilliant 2002 vintage. Majestically exuberant, you could drink it right now and it would be absolutely delicious; however, it is still young enough to justify some serious cellar time; we’d recommend about eight years actually. Here’s a thought: buy two, stash one.
was $144 now $99.99 46416
bRUt MIllÉSIMÉ vintage 2002Laurent-Perrier
vINtAGE chAmpAGNEWhat’s it all about?
A bit like the family car, albeit a very good one, a non-vintage champagne is constructed to represent its house on an everyday basis, blended from multiple vintages to create a reliably consistent expression that one can count on in any given year. Not released every year, vintage champagnes are, then, the Lamborghinis, one-offs forged with the x-factor that can only be found in the very best seasons. Unlike its non-vintage cousin, this style of champagne is all about celebrating diversity and capturing a moment in place and time. While non-vintage champagne is best purchased and enjoyed relatively promptly, the vintage expressions respond to time spent in the cellar, where hard edges are shaped and softened and the subtler nuances intensified. As someone once said, good things take time. We’ve gathered here some of the finer examples of the genre.
was $399.00 now $299.99 48100
PiPer-heidsieckRARE vintage 2002
Fine Champagne Magazine placed this at the top of its 100 best champagnes for 2011. Rich and complex, long and intense. Extraordinary bottle.
was $326.00 now $199.99 47259
MoËt & chandonDoM PÉRIGNoN vintage 2003
Astonishing floral, mineral-tinged aromas and a silky-soft mouthfeel encase the textural, toasty, superbly balanced characters. Iconic.
was $90.00 now $69.99 43571
draPPierMIllÉSIME EXCEPtIoN brUt 2005
The Drappier wines are invariably superb value, and this is no exception. Weighty and creamy, yet elegant and poised. Vintage quality at an NV price.
was $135.00 now $92.99 47220
MoËt & chandonGRAND VINtAGE brUt 2004
The House’s 70th vintage was aged in the Moët & Chandon cellars for seven years and has matured into a wine of lively sophistication.
was $130.00 now $99.99 48231
Pol rogerbRUt RoSÉ vintage 2004
Delicately aromatic yet rich and weighty; the folk at Pol know about rosé, their masterful expression exquisitely textured and perfectly proportioned.
was $140.00 now $99.99 48242
Pol rogerblANC DE blANCS vintage 2000
Lushly rounded and tautly textured. With 12 years on the clock, it is drinking beautifully right now, but will reward those who pop it into the cellar.
was $120.00 now $99.99 49815
veUve clicQUotvintage 2004
Richly concentrated and powerful, walking the delicate path between the fresh, edgy citrus notes and the rich sonic boom of the bready bass drum.
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case of 12 $9.49 A bottlEwas $19.90 now $9.99 20828
aUstralia de bortoliFS sParkling brUt nv
case of 6 $14.49 A bottlEwas $18.90 now $14.99 62810
italy tostiMoSCAto D’AStI docg nv
case of 6 $14.49 A bottlEwas $19.90 now $14.99 88051
sPain PereladabRUt RESERVA cava nv
case of 6 $19.49 A bottlEwas $29.00 now $19.99 17397
nZ allan scottCECIlIA brUt nv
case of 6 $24.49 A bottlEwas $35.90 now $24.99 17230
nZ QUartZ reefMÉtHoDE tRADItIoNNEllE brUt nv
case of 6 $29.49 A bottlEwas $43.00 now $29.99 12167
nZ no.1 faMily estateCUVÉE No.1 nv
case of 12 $43.49 A bottlEwas $72.90 now $43.99 43500
france draPPierCARtE blANCHE brUt nv
case of 6 $54.49 A bottlEwas $74.90 now $54.99 48118
france PiPerCUVÉE bRUt nv
case of 6 $66.00 A bottlE
A high proportion of Chardonnay in the blend lends this a finesse and elegance that balances its understated power. Aromatically expressive, with white flowers, stonefruit and biscuity notes enticingly interwoven, the crisp palate cascades with richness, perfect poise and a hint of honey. Everything a champagne should be.
was $106 now $66.99 49511
brUt rÉserve NVTaittinger
tAIttINGErBack in French hands
One of Champagne’s most celebrated grande marques, Taittinger began life as Champagne Fourneaux in 1734. The Fourneaux family were themselves no slouches, acting for a time as advisors to Veuve Clicquot. During The First World War, cavalry officer Pierre Taittinger spent time near Epernay. He subsequently returned to the region in 1932 to buy the Fourneaux holdings and found the House of Taittinger, in the process cannily buying up large swathes of valuable vineyard at a time when Depression-ravaged land prices were at rock-bottom.
Relinquishing control to international corporate interests in the mid-2000s, the family have subsequently managed to claw their way back into contention. Today, again in French hands and headed up by Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, the business is quartered in Reims, where they reside above their labyrinthine 4th-century Roman cellars and remain one of the largest vineyard owners in the region.
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Akarua is the largest family-owned estate in Central Otago, with 50 hectares of vineyard in Bannockburn. Established in 1996 by early Central Otago adopter Sir Clifford Skeggs, control of the business has now shifted to son David, with the award-winning winemaker and self-acknowledged perfectionist Matt Connell heading up the team.
Matt arrived in Central wearing his snugly-fitting obsession with Pinot Noir and an unabating desire to get his hands on the stunning fruit produced by the Akarua terroir. This fortuitous association has culminated in a glittering collection of awards, including the trophy for Champion Pinot Noir at the 2011 Royal Easter Show Wine Awards and a gold for the Rua at the 2011 Decanter World Wine Awards.
Not content to rest on their laurels, Akarua’s latest venture has been the release of two méthodes, an exciting prospect for Matt given the vineyard’s fine Pinot Noir and Chardonnay fruit and the existing stocks of reserve wines now available to work with.
One of Akarua’s trump cards is its impressive consistency, and under Matt Connell‘s astute watch, the company continues its upward trajectory as a leading producer of top-tier New Zealand wines.
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10110 AKARUA central otago Pinot rosÉ 2012 was $22.90 now $17.99 10109 AKARUA central otago chardonnay 2011 was $26.90 now $21.9910111 AKARUA central otago riesling 2012 was $26.90 now $21.9910119 AKARUA rosÉ brUt nv Methode was $36.90 now $32.9910108 AKARUA central otago Pinot noir 2011 was $43.90 now $34.99
case of 12 $21.49 A bottlE
This pale beauty floats its seamless scents of pear and lychee across the nose with an added touch of orange blossom thrown in for good measure. The slightly off-dry palate extends a hand of bright stonefruit flavours in greeting, while a tingling hint of ginger and swirl of citrus wait at the edges to introduce themselves.
was $26.90 now$21.99 10202
Akaruacentral otago Pinot Gris 2011
case of 6 $29.49 A bottlE
Central Otago’s cool night temperatures are perfectly suited to the production of méthode traditionnelle wines, and it’s not hard to see what Matt Connell is getting all excited about. Using Akarua’s pristine Pinot and Chardonnay fruit, he has fashioned an aperitif-style méthode with complex characters and biscuity nuances. Creamy, textural, beautifully fresh, it sits very comfortably alongside the rest of Akarua’s sublime collection.
was $33.90 now$29.99 10118
Akaruacentral otago Brut NV
case of 12 $19.49 A bottlE
Currently flying out the door, this great Pinot Noir, Akarua’s drink-it-now model, has the stuffing to back up the styling. The core of ripe, juicy berry and cherry fruit is neatly integrated into a solid but sensitive oak structure and augmented with a singing savoury note. When you’re looking for a good quality but price-friendly Pinot to quaff on the deck with your buddies, this is it. Silk. Spice. Good to go.
was $24.90 now$19.99 10208
Akarua rUacentral otago Pinot Noir 2011
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10531 forrest estate chENIN bLANc 2010 wAs $29.99 $22.99
46798 Marc brÉdif cLAssIc vouvrAy 2010 rrp $35.50 $27.99
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40977 coUlÉe d’argent vouvrAy sEc 2009 wAs $36.00 $26.9940978 boUrdonnerie vouvrAy DEmI-sEc 2007 wAs $40.00 $36.99
Is this the world’s most versatile grape? Its amenably neutral palate creates a blank canvas for the winemaker’s personal intent, leading to an incredible array of expressions running the gamut of stylings, from ultra-dry right through to super-sweet. Rules the roost in The Loire’s Vouvray AOC, also does well in the right New Zealand hands.
setRequiring a set of easy-drinking, guaranteed quality sub-tenners to pour a glass of after hours? Here they are, all three of them lined up by us and ready to be consumed by you. With the sizeable discount attached, you’re getting more than your money’s worth.
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thIrD GENErAtIoN chArDoNNAy 2011 wAs $19.90 $9.99
20922 de bortoli fs mErLot 2010 wAs $19.90 $9.99
13525 crUsher road sAuvIGNoN bLANc 2011 wAs $14.90 $9.99
For whatever reason you find yourself diving for a low-alcohol
wine this summer, you’re now somewhat spoilt for choice,
between Invivo’s low-alcohol Sauvignon, Edenvale’s charming
alcohol-removed sparkler and the stylish little Ritzling bottles,
which are just nifty with a slice of lemon on a hot day.
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12499 invivo Low ALcohoL belle sAuvIGNoN bLANc 2012 rrp $19.99 $16.9994932 edenvale spArkLING cuvéE ALcohoL rEmovED wAs $12.90 $10.9917600-4 ritZling Low ALcohoL 4x250mL bottLEs
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18308 SAINt ClAIR MarlboroUgh saUvignon blanc 2012 was $22.90 now $14.99 case of 12 $14.49 a bottle
Sauvignon aficionados Saint Clair tick all the boxes with their smart delivery of passionfruit and nettle aromas and flavours embellished by delicate citrus notes. Beautifully balanced, with a crisp, mineral-influenced finish. The 2012 is set to follow in its older brothers’ footsteps, up onto the medal podium.
11339 CRAGGY RANGE avery vineyard MarlboroUgh saUvignon blanc 2012 was $22.90 now $16.99 case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
At Craggy Range they have a most singular view: only the best will do. That philosophy flows relentlessly through every aspect of their range, this being no exception. Lighter in style, an added note of intrigue and complexity sways toward the cooler-derived grapefruit, gooseberry and lime. Flowers whisper.
13077 JUlES tAYloR GolD MEDAl MarlboroUgh saUvignon blanc 2012 was $25.99 now $19.99 case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
Our talented Jules drops gems like this as if they were river stones, and each year it edges closer to iconic status. Intense notes of passionfruit and tropical citrus, elegantly balanced palate, herbaceous nuances, a sublimely textural mouthfeel and a sighingly long finish. Year in, year out, our top-selling Sav.
12112 CloUDY bAY MarlboroUgh saUvignon blanc 2012 was $37.00 now $29.99 case of 6 $29.49 a bottle
How many NZ wines can call themselves an international benchmark? This one can; it redrew the global Sauvignon Blanc map and rearranged a few boundaries in the world wine atlas. Intense, vibrant, fragrant, citric-lined yet herbaceously plump, it is superbly varietal. Fully deserves its pedigree status.
12592 DUSKY SoUNDS GolD MEDAl waiPara riesling 2008 was $19.90 now $7.99 case of 12 $7.49 a bottle
The hidden gem that is Riesling is not, it seems, our go-to wine. This will show you why it should be: five years on, it has developed a honeyed richness to go with the florals and citrus, and a delightful weight and balance. Of course, that flight under the radar is good news for all you punters; look at the price.
11381 bRooKFIElDS bergMan hawkes bay chardonnay 2011 was $19.90 now $16.99 case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
This wine sees all the treatment most wineries would reserve for their best; and yet Brookfields release it vintage after vintage, consistently superb and at an enticingly affordable price. Rich, elegant, creamy and versatile, it works brilliantly with a host of foods. Held in high esteem by many of our regulars.
10775 MAtAWHERo gisborne chardonnay 2011 was $25.90 now $19.99 case of 6 $19.49 a bottle
Aiming to champion Gisborne as a serious winemaking region, the dynamic duo behind this historic label have a clear direction for Matawhero that sets them confidently on their own road. The legendary Tietjen vineyard provides the outstanding fruit, the Searles do the rest. Rich, ripe, ready.
13628 lAKE CHAlICE GolD MEDAl MarlboroUgh Pinot gris 2012 was $19.90 now $16.99 case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
Marlborough is gradually establishing its own take on the elusive PG, and here, spicy pear and mealy notes accompany the rich, honeyed stonefruit flavours and the mellow mouthfeel. Delicious drinking, well worth having on hand for those long, sun-drenched afternoons coming our way.
11384 bRooKFIElDS robertson hawkes bay Pinot gris 2012 was $19.90 now $16.99 case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
Having for many years admired Alsatian Pinot Gris (both at a distance and from behind the rim of his glass), Peter Robertson was making his own model well before it became a trend in these parts. With its vivacious, dry, aromatic palate and lively acidity, this is lighter and more floral than the Gisselbrecht.
47015 GISSElbRECHt tradition alsace Pinot gris 2011 was $28.00 now $21.99 case of 12 $21.49 a bottle
A lush, wonderfully aromatic Pinot Gris as only the Alsatians can do it, with spicy, richly-textured pear and stonefruit characters nuanced with mineral. An initial hint of sweetness is followed by a delightful acid hit that leaves you lingering over the dry finish. Like a top hotel, this has everything you need.
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There’s some comfort in knowing that others have gone before you and sussed out the terrain, so to speak. This tasty collection represents our big hitters from the last year, the wines that jumped off the shelf and high-tailed it out the door. Grouped here – the ones so many of you decided were worth a repeat – they make an excellent buying guide as we jump boots and all into the silly season.
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43010 SAINt-MEYlAND MÉthode traditionnelle brUt nv was $23.90 now $16.99 case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
This exceptional sparkler is located a short Renault-ride from Champagne. Fermented in bottle for eighteen months á la champagne, the resultant rich yeastiness and toastiness declare it a slick charmer with irresistibly authentic credentials. If you want the French trappings without the $ outlay, here it is.
12122 CloUDY bAY PelorUs brUt nv was $39.90 now $29.99 case of 6 $29.49 a bottle
One of New Zealand’s finest sparkling wines, consistently so for two decades, give or take. Glittering gold in the glass, it’s dazzlingly clear and bright with a fine, effusive bead. Dusted with florals, the refreshing fruit echoes with toasty touches and reclines upon a divan of creamy, heady richness.
49810 VEUVE ClICQUot brUt nv was $99.00 now $69.99 case of 6 $69.49 a bottle
Force meets finesse. A divine cohesion of white flowers, dried fruit, brioche and spice, with creamy yet vinous Chardonnay-derived fruit flavours pulling through strongly at the finish. Like being locked in a sumptuous patisserie and having to drink your way out. While holding a bunch of flowers.
48210 Pol RoGER GolD MEDAl brUt rÉserve nv was $89.00 now $69.99 case of 6 $69.49 a bottle
Pol’s frothy vivacity makes it both widely respected and hugely popular. An aristocratic yet approachable wine, it delivers layer upon layer of exquisitely balanced flavour and texture, its richly lush fruit and toast defined by precise and refreshing citrus and acid. Consistently outstanding.
41388 CHÂtEAU RIotoR cÔtes de Provence rosÉ 2011 was $35.50 now $22.99 case of 12 $22.49 a bottle
The pale colour in the glass belies this wine’s weighty presence, its plump richness and fleshy juiciness gently tempered by fresh acid and a tiny spray of tingling citrus. At Château Riotor they make rosé and nothing else, in the process illustrating perfectly how concentrating on one thing sure pays off.
13631 lAKE CHAlICE soUthern valleys Pinot noir 2011 was $19.90 now $16.99 case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
The quality of the Chalice Pinot is on a distinctly upward trajectory. Sub-$20 Pinot would’ve been a dubious proposition 15 to 20 years ago, but assiduous and fiercely stubborn vineyard teams like this one have done their homework, ensuring the delivery of an excellent and flavoursome expression.
15954 DEVIl’S StAIRCASE central otago Pinot noir 2011 was $24.90 now $19.99 case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
You don’t expect complexity and depth at under $20, but since its inception the Devil’s Staircase has always over-delivered. Deliberately fashioned in a drink-young style, it extends its firm fruit, tempting spices and alluring earthen notes all for the price of, well, not even your soul. Fiendishly attractive.
15854 tHREE PADDlES MartinboroUgh Pinot noir 2010 was $25.90 now $19.99 case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
Arguably the birthplace of our Pinot revolution, Martinborough possesses an X-factor seemingly not available elsewhere, the Pinots differing from their southern counterparts via a savoury/earthy/textural element reminiscent of Burgundy. Nga Waka’s early-drinking label delivers top quality year after year.
11167 RAbbIt RANCH central otago Pinot noir 2011 was $29.90 now $23.99 case of 12 $23.49 a bottle
Fashioned by the team at Chard Farm, Rabbit Ranch is deliberately made in a light and easy, approachable style; not one for the cellar, it is nonetheless surprisingly complex. A seductive fruity character evolves through the mid-palate, gently swathed in strawberry/raspberry aromas and soft tannins.
15951 RoCKbURN GolD MEDAl central otago Pinot noir 2010 was $45.00 now $34.99 case of 12 $34.49 a bottle
A multi-awarded high achiever, where deep, rich rivers of cherries and plums sinew their way to a sea of earthy, savoury, controlled seduction. Weighty yet refined, fleshy and opulent, nothing is out of place. With a couple of years in the bottle under its belt, it’s drinking beautifully, but cellaring is a good option.
Brewed true to style using authentic Czech yeast with New Zealand malt and hops. Floral aromas encircle a smooth, malty, balanced palate edged with citrus notes. Finishes long and dry with a lick of lime. Gold at the 2012 BrewNZ Awards.
single $6.49 91763
tUatara bohEmIAN pILsNEr 500ml
As with all good beer stories, this one started as a backyard operation, with engineer Carl Vasta positioning himself at the vanguard of the craft beer revolution before graduating to the current general acclaim. The din of approval for Carl’s efforts has risen on an exponential curve similar to the upward trajectory of a space shuttle.
In recognition of such unbridled success, the Tuataras are now comfortably ensconsed in a brand-new, custom-built brewery to accommodate the rapidly expanding production and the required conditioning capacity. If you are a lover of great classic beer styles, this is for you. ‘I’m trying to make the classic European styles as close to their traditional definition as possible,’ says Vasta. A lot of people seem in agreement that he is succeeding.
91764 tUAtARA iPa 500Ml single $6.9991778 tUAtARA aotearoa Pale ale 500Ml single $7.4991761 tUAtARA gift Pack: 2 bottles+glass $24.99
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From the Heroic Range, crafted to appease the tastebuds of the filthy rich. Their words, not ours, in fact we’ll just quote them verbatim: ‘Best not attempted by the fainthearted. Ten top additions make this an utterly rambunctious thrillseeker of an ale. Brace your senses for the ride.’ We have nothing to add.
single $7.99 91785
hallertaU stUntMan ImpErIAL INDIA pALE ALE 330ml
To establish the tone of these crafty aficionados you need go no further than their labels. Stephen and Hayley Plowman have named their brand in tribute to the Bavarian Hallertau region famed for its hops, but at that point, proudly bearing their Riverhead roots and an obviously well-honed sense of humour, they veer off into exuberant Westie mode via their fearlessly unique yet smartly-executed visuals.
Staunch believers in purity of expression, the beer styles are about generous aromas, vibrant flavours and enriching characters, meticulously hand-brewed from the purest natural ingredients, with all Haller-tau models lovingly championed regardless of their commercial viability. That’s dedication.
Initially the beers were available only from the Plowmans’ groundbreaking Brewbar and Restaurant, but increasingly vociferous demand has led to a more serious bottling of the staple range. These babies are best enjoyed well chilled rather than icy-cold, so as to fully appreciate the depth of their flavours.
91789 HAllERtAU statesMan Pale ale 330Ml single $4.4991783 HAllERtAU Porter noir (barrel aged) 750Ml single $20.9991786 HAllERtAU granny sMith aPPle cider 330Ml single $4.49
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45mL Finlandia Vodka 15mL Kwai Feh Lychee Liqueur4 drops rose water A squeeze of fresh lime A large chunk of ginger
Muddle the ginger in a tall glass. Add ice and the remaing ingredients and stir rapidly to infuse.Pour into a chilled tall glassand top up with soda. Garnish with lychee on a skewer.
finlandia vodka 1 litre
kwai feh lychee liQUeUr700Ml
the Pair for $69.99 71758
finlandia lychee
30mL Cointreau30mL Hayman’s Gin30mL fresh lemon juice
Shake ingredients thoroughly (with ice) in a shaker and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with fresh lemon peel.
cointreaU liQUeUr 700Ml
hayMan’s london dry gin1 litre
the Pair for $89.99 71757
draMbUie soUr
introdUce Urban bar aMbience to yoUr hoUse MinUs the abUndant clientele and intiMidating
door staff. yoU’ll save lots of dosh doing these cocktails at hoMe, and iMPress the hell oUt of
yoUr friends at the saMe tiMe! below, we show yoU how it’s done and what it shoUld look like.
white lady
cocktAILs
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60mL Drambuie 20mL lemon juice10mL lime juice1 dash Fee Brothers Peach Bitters A small dollop of egg white
Dry shake Drambuie and citrus juice without ice in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients and fill shaker with ice.Shake thoroughly and strain into an ice-filled glass.
draMbUie 700Ml
fee brothers Peach bitters 200Ml
the Pair for $69.99 71755
45mL Remy Martin VSOP Cognac 15mL Mandarine Napoleon Liqueur15mL freshly squeezed orange juice7.5mL freshly squeezed lemon juice10-15mL chilled mineral water (still)
Shake all the ingredients thoroughly (with very frosty ice) in a shaker and strain into a chilled martini glass with a sugar-coated rim. Garnish with fresh orange zest.
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was $49.00 now $29.99 41004
Gros Frère & SoeurhaUtes cÔtes de nUits Blanc 2008
case of 12 $29.49 A bottlE
Hand-harvested Burgundian Chardonnay with some time spent in seasoned oak. The distinctive citrus aromas are embellished by spice notes and understated oak, while the delightfully savoury palate displays mineral nuances and a lush character that neatly complements the ripe stonefruit and citrus flavours.
was $91.00 now $69.99 26504
Rosemount balMoral
Mclaren vale Syrah 2008
case of 6 $69.49 A bottlE
Rich and layered with vibrant plum, chocolate and black cherry. A touch of licorice and spice add com-plexity to the mid-palate, along with subtle oak. The palate has a long and elegant finish supported by soft, velvety tannins.
sUMMer winesaUssie reds
case of 6 $12.49 A bottlE
was $16.90 now $12.99 22152
MoUnt hUrtlesoUth aUstralia gsM 2008
case of 12 $13.49 A bottlE
was $19.99 now $13.99 23912
shot in the darkcabernet shiraZ 2010
case of 12 $14.49 A bottlE
was $19.90 now $14.99 20987
cookoothaMadarlington Point shiraZ 2009
case of 12 $14.49 A bottlE
was $18.99 now $14.99 23906
tatty roadsoUth aUstralia shiraZ 2010
case of 12 $18.49 A bottlE
was $25.99 now $18.99 26880
red bUcketadelaide hills shiraZ cabernet 2010
case of 12 $16.49 A bottlE
was $21.90 now $16.99 43988
PaUl Mas nicole vineyardsoUth of france chardonnay 2011
case of 12 $19.49 A bottlE
was $27.00 now $19.99 42399
Pierre brechtalsace Pinot gris 2010
case of 12 $24.49 A bottlE
was $37.50 now $24.99 41386
chÂteaU Mont-redonlirac rosÉ 2011
case of 12 $26.49 A bottlE
was $35.00 now $26.99 43732
doMaine roManinPoUilly-fUissÉ 2010
case of 6 $29.49 A bottlE
was $38.50 now $29.99 48573
doMaine larochesoUth of france chablis 2011
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San Gimignano is a delightfully picturesque village in Tuscany and Vernaccia is one of Italy’s oldest white varieties. With just the right balance of crisp, clean fruit and acidity, it’s best drunk young, and makes an ideal accompaniment to fish dishes or antipasto.
was $21.90 now $19.99 62303
CecchiVernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2010
case of 6 $19.49 A bottlE
case of 6 $16.49 A bottlE
was $18.90 now $16.99 62304
cecchi boniZio sangiovese igt 2010
case of 6 $16.49 A bottlE
was $19.90 now $16.99 62406
cecchichianti docg 2010
case of 6 $19.49 A bottlE
was $24.90 now $19.99 62305
cecchi raffia basket
chianti docg 2010
case of 6 $24.49 A bottlE
was $28.90 now $24.99 62302
cecchichianti classico docg 2009
case of 6 $36.49 A bottlE
was $44.90 now $36.99 62393
cecchi riserva di faMigliachianti classico docg 2009
tUscany’s cecchi
case of 6 $16.49 A bottlE
was $19.90 now $16.99 87989
MarQUÉs de cÁceres rioJa rosado 2011
case of 6 $19.49 A bottlE
was $26.90 now $19.99 85082
Pagos de arÁiZnavarra rosado 2010
case of 12 $22.49 A bottlE
was $28.90 now $22.99 88079
Protosribera del dUero rosado 2010
sPanish rosÉs
A superb vintage sparkling rosé made from the local Spanish grape, Trepat, this is only produced in years where the conditions are perfect for it. Delicate yet self-assured, the lightly fragrant strawberry flavours are enveloped in a soft, comfortable tannic embrace.
was $29.90 now $24.99 88047
Perelada cUvÉe rosado
Brut Cava 2008
case of 6 $24.49 A bottlE
case of 6 $16.49 A bottlE
was $19.90 now $16.99 88052
Perelada brUt rosado cava nv
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dida’s victoria Parkwellesley st west
sUMMer vegetable Pisto with fried egg and salsa verde
With the advent of summer salad weather, it’s time to throw in a couple of my favourite combinations.
1) Salmon and Horseradish: take a mix of lettuce, lightly cook some green beans and cool, then add some smoked salmon and top with horseradish mixed with plain yoghurt.
2) Lamb and Dates: create a mix of lettuce, fresh dates (stones out) and small tomatoes. Cook a fillet of spring lamb and rest, then slice it over the top and dress with a mix of honey and white vinegar.
tasty tiP
liZ wheadon
Does it get any better than this? The pinnacle of Brie cheeses, Brie de Meaux, is split in half to accommodate a layer of crème fraiche and black Perigord truffles. This’ll flow down the throat just brilliantly with a glass of good Piedmontese red, or even a big, bold vintage champagne.
brie with trUffles
55598 bRIE AUX tRUFFlE 100g $12.90
A traditionally made, lightly spiced gingerbread based on a Swiss recipe. Using only natural ingredients, it features nuts, honey, orange and lemon peel. Softly textured and low in fat, it makes an excellent snack and is delightful with a spiced dessert wine such as the Jaboulet Muscat.
53629 GREtEl’S nUtty honey delight
40g $2.50
nUtty honey delight
DIDA’S FooD StoRES 54 Jervois rd herne bay Ph 361 6157 178 hUrstMere rd takaPUna Ph 489 4728 DIDA’S WINE loUNGES 54 Jervois rd herne bay Ph 376 2813 54 victoria st devonPort Ph 445 1392 DIDA’S WINE loUNGE & FooD StoRE victoria Park 118 wellesley st west Ph 308 831914
reciPe by dida’s head chef, vincent Marshall
www.didas.co.nZ
ingredients
4 eggs 4 slices of ciabatta or soUr doUgh olive oil for frying
4 tablesPoons of olive oil 1 brown onion, choPPed 2 garlic cloves, choPPed 2 green caPsicUMs, diced 2 red caPsicUMs, diced 4 very riPe toMatoes, choPPed 1 bay leaf 2 green coUrgettes, diced
1 handfUl of italian Parsley 1 handfUl of basil ½ handfUl of Mint Zest & JUice of 1 leMon 2 garlic cloves 2 fillets of good QUality anchovies (oPtional) 200Ml olive oil
for the Pisto, heat oil in a deeP frying Pan and add the onion. fry for a few MinUtes, then add the garlic and cook for a few MinUtes More. throw in the PePPers and cook over a MediUM heat for 5 MinUtes, then add the toMatoes, the bay leaf and coUrgettes and cook for aboUt 15 MinUtes, seasoning well.
for for the salsa verde, blend the Parsley, basil, Mint, leMon Zest & JUice, garlic and anchovy with the olive oil Until a sMooth Paste is achieved.
for the eggs add a good PoUr of olive oil to a Pan. when sMoking hot, crack in the eggs; they will sPlUtter and go delicioUsly crisP on the bottoM. serve the Pisto on toast with the fried egg on toP and driZZle with salsa verde.
each Month, froM the hUndreds of wines sUbMitted to Us, the glengarry tasting Panel selects oUr toP ten wines
Man O’ War PonUi island
eXiled Pinot Gris 2012
case of 6 $25.49 a bottle
was $36.00 now$25.99 12480
Off-dry and single vineyard, with said vineyard located on Waiheke satellite, Ponui Island. Pear and ginger caress the ripe fruit flavours, which are given a final cheeky squeeze by a salacious touch of citrus.
1 Craggy Range hawkes bay
giMblett gravels vineyard Chardonnay 2011
case of 12 $25.49 a bottle
was $31.99 now$25.99 11359
Craggy Range invariably do it right. Fermented in French barriques on indigenous yeasts, the floral and stonefruit notes dance lightly about on a palate that is rich, textural, creamy, lingering.
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chÂteaU DubourgSaint-Émilion 2010
case of 12 $26.49 a bottle
was $37.00 now$26.99 41001
The Dubourgs have been doing their thing around these parts for over 200 years, hence this is a very accomplished creation. Bright plummy fruit swathed lightly in vanillan cedar. Class. Great price. Cellar it.
3 Saint Clair Pioneer block 1foUndation Sauvignon Blanc 2012
case of 12 $22.49 a bottle
was $27.99 now$22.99 18375
The Clairs are seemingly obsessed with Sauvignon, which is good for the rest of us. Cool fermented, this expertly captures the fresh vitality that characterises Marlborough. Pure, concentrated pleasure.
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The Doctors’ MarlboroUgh
Riesling 2011
case of 12 $17.49 a bottle
was $24.00 now$17.99 12927
A signature wine from these celebrated Riesling proponents, the Doctors’ is tart, tangy and packed with flavour and character, the sweetly-tinged palate beautifully balanced by firm acidity.
5 Chapel Hill Mclaren vale
Parson’s nose Shiraz 2010
case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
was $23.90 now$19.99 21257
Prime McLaren Vale fruit is lovingly wrapped in ripe mulberry and plum aromas, a hint of liquorice and spice hovering at the edges. The layers of flavours are seamless, supple and smoothly sensual.
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Jules Taylor gisborne
Rosé 2012
case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
was $25.99 now$19.99 13078
Here comes the sun. This was made for the long, lazy lunch we all aspire to. Spice and soft summer fruits assail the nose, while the tongue tingles under the lingering strawberries-and-cream flavours. Delish.
7 Brookfields hawkes bay
sUn-dried Malbec 2011
case of 6 $21.49 a bottle
was $25.00 now$21.99 11387
Peter Robertson delves into the European practice of drying fully ripened grapes prior to fermentation. The result is a beautifully silky and complex red boasting dark cherry and currant aromas and flavours.
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Pask hawkes bay
giMblett road Syrah 2010
case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
was $24.99 now$19.99 10833
Forged by the capable hands of Kate Radburnd, a portion of Viognier has been co-fermented with the Syrah to provide an alluring aromatic presence. Rich, fruit-driven, touched with spice and supple tannins.
9 Lake Chalice MarlboroUgh
Sauvignon Blanc 2012
case of 12 $16.49 a bottle
was $19.90 now$16.99 13627
Gambo’s classically-styled Sauvignon Blanc tosses its mineral-tinged passionfruit and tropical aromas over the pure, vibrant Marlborough fruit, then trans-ports it further via a fresh, lime-accented finish.
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bUY tHE NoVEMbER toP10 MIXED CASE: one bottle of each wine for $199 71759
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$74.99stokin’ the legend 71740
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$54.99
JurA 10-yEAr-oLD sINGLE mALtGIft box wIth GLAssEs 94291
$56.99
Man o’ war 71752
three-bottle gift Pack$109.00
pErELADAGrAN cLAustro GIft box 88029
$36.99
Pereladagran claUstroreserva 2008 sPanish cavain a wooden boX
valhalla dreadnoUght ironclad
JUra 700Ml single Malt scotch whiskyand two JUra Malt glasses
Pinot noirPinot gris
Pinot noirPinot gris
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veUve clicQUotbrUt nv in a yellowsardine canstyledgift tin
liMited edition doM PÉrignon 2003with label and Pack design by legendary filM director david lynch
siX 650Ml bottles of stoke’s finest: biscUit lager, boheMian ale and oatMeal stoUt